Why Are My Trees Turning Brown in Animal Crossing?
The short answer is: your trees are NOT turning brown in Animal Crossing due to disease or neglect. In the charming world of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, trees are incredibly resilient and do not succumb to the same issues as real-life flora. If you’re seeing brown tones in your game, it’s more likely linked to seasonal changes or specific tree types rather than a sign of damage or decay. The game is designed to be a relaxing and low-maintenance experience, and that includes its plant life. Unlike real-world gardening, you can’t accidentally kill your trees. So, if your trees are sporting a brown hue, don’t panic! It’s all part of the game’s vibrant and dynamic ecosystem. Let’s delve into the specifics of tree coloration and other related topics.
Understanding Tree Coloration in Animal Crossing
The primary reason you might see brown colors in your trees is due to the changing seasons. As the game moves into autumn (fall), the leaves will transition to vibrant hues of orange, red, and of course, various shades of brown. This is a deliberate aesthetic choice by the game developers to mirror real-world seasonal changes.
- Autumn (Fall) Colors: During the fall months, expect to see a mix of yellows, oranges, reds, and browns on your deciduous trees. This is the game’s way of showcasing the beauty of fall foliage.
- Specific Tree Types: Certain types of trees, like the cedar trees, will naturally have a more brownish-green hue even in the spring and summer. This darker coloration helps distinguish them from the brighter shades of fruit trees or other deciduous trees.
- Cherry Blossom Season: If you are seeing pink trees, then you have likely entered April which is the start of the Cherry Blossom season. The trees will revert to their normal color after the month of April has passed.
It is important to note that unlike real-life trees, your trees in Animal Crossing do not require any maintenance like watering or fertilizing to maintain their color. They are designed to change color automatically with the seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Trees in Animal Crossing
1. Do Trees Die in Animal Crossing?
No, trees do not die naturally in Animal Crossing. Their appearance might change depending on the season, but they will not wither away. Even when you chop down a tree, it leaves behind a stump, rather than a completely disappearing tree.
2. Do I Need to Water My Trees in Animal Crossing?
Absolutely not. Watering trees is not a required mechanic in Animal Crossing. Whether it’s a regular tree or a fruit tree, just plant it, and let it grow on its own. There’s no need for watering. Rain will water any wilted flowers though.
3. How Do I Get Dead Trees in Animal Crossing?
The only way to get “dead” or decayed trees in the game is through crafting. You’ll need 10 pieces of hardwood to craft a decayed tree. The recipe for this item is obtained from smug villagers, either while they’re crafting in their homes or from message bottles.
4. Why Are the Leaves Different Colors on My Trees?
The colors of the leaves change to reflect the current season. During autumn, you will see a variety of browns, reds, and oranges on your trees. These changes occur gradually throughout the early days of the season.
5. How Much Space Should I Leave Between Trees?
Trees need at least one empty block in every direction to grow. You can place flowers and furniture in adjacent blocks, but not other trees, buildings, cliffs, or water. When planting, it is recommended to have holes two tiles apart.
6. Why Aren’t My Trees Growing?
If your sapling isn’t growing, it’s likely too close to another object. Trees won’t grow if they are planted too close to other trees, buildings, cliffs, or water. Ensure each sapling has at least one tile of open space in every direction.
7. Should I Cut Down Trees in Animal Crossing?
Yes, chopping down trees is a necessary part of gameplay. It is a major way to obtain building supplies (wood) and to clear space on your island for customization.
8. How Should I Arrange My Trees?
When planting, ensure each tree has at least one tile of space between it and the next tree. It’s helpful to place the saplings a minimum of two tiles apart to ensure they grow.
9. Why Did My Trees Turn Pink in Animal Crossing?
If you see pink leaves, you’re experiencing the Cherry Blossom season in April. This is a temporary visual change, and the trees will return to their normal color once the season passes.
10. Are There Rare Trees in Animal Crossing?
Yes, money trees are a special variety that can bear money instead of fruit. You can grow a money tree by burying bells with a golden shovel in a glowing spot.
11. Is There a Limit to How Many Trees I Can Have?
Yes, there is a tree limit in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which is capped at 220 trees. This includes hardwood, cedar, fruit, and bamboo trees. Baby or non-adult trees do not count toward this limit.
12. What Happens if I Cut Down All My Trees?
Chopped-down trees will leave behind stumps, which will remain until you dig them up with your shovel. When you do dig them up you receive a bit of wood. Trees do not grow back on their own, you will need to plant new ones.
13. What’s the Difference Between Cedar and Regular Saplings?
Cedar saplings produce trees that are different from fruit or money trees. Cedar trees only grow above cliffs and have minor cosmetic differences from regular trees. For example, they may have Christmas lights at certain times of the year.
14. Do Trees Grow Faster If I Water Them?
No, watering trees does not speed up their growth. They grow at a set rate no matter if you water them or not.
15. Why Aren’t My Money Trees Growing?
The most common issues with money trees are that you have not planted it in the correct location. You need to bury the bag of bells in a glowing spot on your island. If that is done correctly, there are no specific reasons why a money tree wouldn’t grow. Make sure to wait a full day to check on it.